Imelda McCarthy

My expertise

South Africa
South East Asia
South America
Vietnam
Adventure Travel
Cruise
Multi - Destination
Honeymoons

I'm based in

Midleton

It's Nice To Meet You

My name is Imelda, your Personal Travel Counsellor. I live in Midleton, East Cork.

As a travel agent, I believe in the personalized touch and attention to detail, understanding that no two travelers are the same. My mission has always been to tailor bespoke itineraries that cater to the unique preferences, interests, and budgets of each individual or group. I take great pride in turning travel dreams into tangible realities, curating seamless and unforgettable experiences that leave lasting memories.

In this ever-evolving world of travel, I remain committed to staying updated on the latest trends, destinations, and safety protocols, ensuring my clients embark on their adventures with peace of mind and excitement. Whether it's planning a luxurious escape, a thrilling adventure, or a cultural immersion, I am dedicated to making every travel journey a remarkable one.

I have been lucky enough to visit many destinations over the years including Australia, USA, Mexico, Peru, Africa, Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos, Malaysia, Bali, Maldives, Sri Lanka, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Doha, Tanzania, South Africa, Turkey and many destinations in Europe, including France, Germany, Switzerland, Austria, Italy, Spain, Portugal, Norway, Hungary, Czech Republic, Cyprus and Greece.

Southeast Asia is a personal favourite of mine. I have travelled extensively in this area and worked as a destination specialist for this region for 14 years. I would be happy to share my first-hand knowledge of this unique and exciting part of the world. Whether it is to spend a night on a traditional Vietnamese junk boat on Halong Bay, see the sun rise over Angkor Wat Cambodia, get up close to elephants in Thailand, or participate in an alms giving ceremony at dawn in Luang Prabang Laos, I can help make that trip extra special for you.

So, if you're seeking a travel experience that goes beyond the ordinary and promises to be truly extraordinary, you've come to the right place. Let my passion and expertise guide you on your next adventure, and together, let's explore the wonders of this beautiful world. Happy travels!

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A South African Adventure: From Urban Heartbeat to Safari Soul

A South African Adventure: From Urban Heartbeat to Safari Soul

In April I was lucky enough to join a familiarisation trip to South Africa, hosted by British Airways and Sense of Africa, alongside some wonderful Travel Counsellors colleagues. Over five days we experienced a brilliant contrast of city culture, meaningful community tourism and a truly special safari, rounded off with a touch of Johannesburg chic. It was the perfect reminder of just how diverse,

26 Apr 2026 5   min read

From Cork to the Basque Coast: 4 Nights Between San Sebastián & Bilbao

From Cork to the Basque Coast: 4 Nights Between San Sebastián & Bilbao

At the end of July 2025 I swapped Irish summer showers for Basque sunshine, flying from Cork to Bilbao for a four-night escape split between San Sebastián and Bilbao. With easy transfers by bus, two nights in the relaxed seaside elegance of Zenit San Sebastián and two nights in the grand, city-centre Carlton Hotel Bilbao, it was the perfect taster of northern Spain’s beaches, culture and incredibl

06 Apr 2026 5   min read

Stepping Aboard the Danube: A Taste of Christmas on the River

Stepping Aboard the Danube: A Taste of Christmas on the River

Last November I swapped the usual build-up to Christmas for something a little more magical: a river cruise along the Danube. Starting with a night in Munich, then sailing from Passau to Vienna, Bratislava and Linz, it was a journey wrapped in twinkling lights, festive markets and cosy moments on board.

06 Apr 2026 5   min read

Center of Portugal: Surf, Wine & Soul on an Exclusive Fam Trip

Center of Portugal: Surf, Wine & Soul on an Exclusive Fam Trip

When you think of Portugal, most people jump straight to Lisbon, Porto or the Algarve. But between those gateway cities lies a region that quietly steals the show: the Center of Portugal. On a recent hosted fam trip, I explored its surf towns, wine villages, historic cities and incredible food scene, and discovered a side of Portugal that feels authentic, characterful and quietly luxurious.

05 Apr 2026 5   min read

My 6‑Night Escape to Cape Town & Franschhoek

My 6‑Night Escape to Cape Town & Franschhoek

In 2019 my sister and I took a trip to South Africa: we split our time between vibrant Cape Town and the vineyards of Franschhoek. It was a journey filled with wide African skies, world‑class wine, powerful history and plenty laughs along the way. I often design these kinds of itineraries for my clients, but this one I lived myself. Here is a glimpse into our experience, and some inspiration for h

30 Jan 2026 5   min read

Allure of the Seas, Seminar at Sea

Allure of the Seas, Seminar at Sea

From 20th to 24th April 2025, I had the privilege of attending a Seminar at Sea aboard the newly revamped Allure of the Seas, sailing from Barcelona to Rome. This unforgettable journey included stops in Palma de Mallorca, La Spezia, and finished in Rome, along with a day at sea, blending professional development with unparalleled cruising experiences.

16 Nov 2025 5   min read

Christmas on board MSC World Europa

Christmas on board MSC World Europa

This Christmas, our family decided to celebrate the season onboard the luxurious MSC World Europa sailing around the Med. With highlights including the indulgent Aurea Experience, festive celebrations at sea, and incredible destinations like Barcelona, Portofino, Messina, and Palma, it was a holiday that felt truly extraordinary.

16 Nov 2025 5   min read

A Glittering Vietnam Experience: My TC Gold Conference Adventure

A Glittering Vietnam Experience: My TC Gold Conference Adventure

Recently, I joined fellow Travel Counsellors for the TC Gold Conference in vibrant, unforgettable Vietnam, from 27th September to 1st October. This wasn’t just a business trip – it was a sensory adventure filled with new friendships, local flavours, and one-of-a-kind moments… rain or shine!

16 Nov 2025 5   min read

SUNSHINE, HISTORY & FAMILY TIME IN RIVIERA MAYA, MEXICO

SUNSHINE, HISTORY & FAMILY TIME IN RIVIERA MAYA, MEXICO

There’s something really special about pressing pause on the routine and heading off somewhere completely different, especially when it’s with family. We’ve just come back from the most unforgettable trip to Mexico’s Riviera Maya, staying at the gorgeous Dreams Sapphire Resort & Spa, and I honestly couldn’t recommend it more. As a Travel Counsellor, I’m always helping others plan their dream holi

06 Jul 2025 5   min read

My Week on board Sun Princess

My Week on board Sun Princess

If you're considering a cruise on the brand-new Sun Princess, I’ve just returned from a fantastic 7-night voyage (May 4th–11th, 2024), and I can confidently say: this ship is a game-changer for Princess Cruises. Our round-trip Mediterranean itinerary included Bar (Montenegro), Corfu (Greece), Taormina (Sicily), and Naples (Italy)-where we made a DIY trip to Sorrento by public ferry. For clients l

25 May 2025 5   min read

Sailing Norway’s Soul: My Hurtigruten Coastal Express Journey from Kirkenes to Bergen

Sailing Norway’s Soul: My Hurtigruten Coastal Express Journey from Kirkenes to Bergen

There are few experiences as uniquely immersive as a voyage along Norway’s rugged coastline, and in May 2025, I had the privilege of doing just that—traveling aboard Hurtigruten’s legendary Coastal Express, from Kirkenes to Bergen. Six days, countless fjords, and an ever-changing landscape later, I disembarked not just having seen Norway, but having felt it. Day 1 – May 12 | Kirkenes Departure: E

24 May 2025 5   min read

Exploring Cleveland: A Hidden Gem on the Shores of Lake Erie

Exploring Cleveland: A Hidden Gem on the Shores of Lake Erie

In May of 2023, I had the pleasure of joining a familiarisation trip to Cleveland, Ohio, and I must admit — this underrated Midwest city completely exceeded expectations. Over four packed days, we explored its cultural icons, natural beauty, vibrant neighbourhoods, and mouth-watering food scene. Here’s a day-by-day recap of the journey, and why Cleveland should be on your radar for clients seeking

24 May 2025 5   min read

Silver Ray

Silver Ray

Last month I was given the amazing opportunity to spend 4 nights onboard Silversea’s newest ship, Silver Ray with some of my Travel Counsellor colleagues from Ireland & the UK. Silver Ray was launched on 15th June and is Silversea’s second Nova Class Ship. The ships carries 728 passengers and 544 crew and delivers a new way of luxury cruising. We flew to Athens and spent one night there before e

05 Aug 2024 5   min read

Wonder Of The Seas

Wonder Of The Seas

Embarking on a cruise is always an exciting adventure, but being part of the inaugural sailing of Royal Caribbean's Wonder of the Seas added an extra layer of anticipation. In May 2022, I had the privilege of experiencing a truly remarkable journey on this magnificent ship, setting sail from Barcelona to the charming city of Valencia and back. The two-night voyage was filled with breathtaking view

02 Aug 2023 5   min read

Alghero August Holiday

Alghero August Holiday

Sardinia, the stunning Italian island in the Mediterranean, is a haven of natural beauty and cultural wonders. In the heart of Sardinia's northwest coast lies the captivating town of Alghero, a gem that promises an unforgettable vacation. This August, my husband and I embarked on an incredible week-long adventure, staying at the Oasis Hotel, exploring Alghero, venturing to Bosa, and discovering th

26 Jul 2023 5   min read

Exploring the Beauty of Lake Garda

Exploring the Beauty of Lake Garda

Lake Garda, the largest lake in Italy, is a picturesque paradise that offers breathtaking views and a wide array of activities for all types of travellers. In June, my family and I embarked on a week-long adventure to this enchanting destination, staying at the delightful Del Garda Village Campsite. The experience was nothing short of magical, filled with laughter, relaxation, and exploration. Joi

26 Jul 2023 5   min read

Days in Dubai

Days in Dubai

Dubai, a mesmerizing blend of modern wonders and rich cultural heritage, is a city that never fails to captivate travellers from around the globe. In September, I had the privilege of experiencing a few days of pure indulgence at the JA Oceanview Hotel, followed by the highly anticipated Travel Counsellors Gold Conference at the opulent Caesar's Palace. Join me on this journey as I share the unfor

23 Jul 2023 5   min read

Kuramathi Weekend Break

Kuramathi Weekend Break

When the opportunity for a familiarisation trip to the Maldives presented itself, I couldn't contain my excitement. The prospect of exploring one of the world's most idyllic destinations with my fellow Travel Counsellor colleagues was a dream come true. Our journey led us to Kuramathi Island, where we were to experience the epitome of luxury and serenity in our overwater villas. We flew from Dubl

23 Jul 2023 5   min read

Exploring the Rhine on the Arosa Aqua River Cruise with Family

Exploring the Rhine on the Arosa Aqua River Cruise with Family

Introduction: In October 2022, my family embarked on a breathtaking 5-day river cruise aboard the Arosa Aqua, setting sail from the charming city of Cologne and venturing through enchanting destinations including Antwerp, Amsterdam, and Dusseldorf. With an all-inclusive package promising luxury, relaxation, and unforgettable experiences, this river cruise proved to be an extraordinary journey fill

22 Jul 2023 5   min read

MSC Bellissima Christmas Cruise

MSC Bellissima Christmas Cruise

Our family of four embarked on a truly enchanting Mediterranean Christmas cruise aboard the MSC Bellissima on 24th December 2022, and it exceeded all our expectations! This delightful journey allowed us to explore the captivating cities of Marseille, Genoa, La Spezia, Naples, and Palma de Mallorca, creating unforgettable memories that we will cherish forever. The MSC Bellissima proved to be a lux

22 Jul 2023 5   min read

My Escape to Sani Resort

My Escape to Sani Resort

In the enchanting destination of Greece, nestled along the golden shores of the Aegean Sea, lies the luxurious retreat of Sani. In April, I embarked on a blissful getaway to this captivating resort, immersing myself in its serene surroundings, savoring exquisite culinary creations, and enjoying impeccable service. Join me as I recount the highlights of my four-night stay in this tranquil haven. F

08 Jul 2023 5   min read

Exploring the Vibrant Charms of Marrakesh

Exploring the Vibrant Charms of Marrakesh

Exploring the Vibrant Charms of Marrakesh: A Memorable Stay at Iberostar Club Palmerie Marrakesh, the enchanting city in Morocco, has always intrigued me with its vibrant colors, bustling souks, and rich cultural heritage. Recently, I had the pleasure of visiting this captivating destination and experiencing its unique blend of history and modernity. During my stay, I had the pleasure of calling

08 Jul 2023 5   min read

Camping in Carnac Revisited

Camping in Carnac Revisited

My family and I travelled to Carnac during Easter holidays back in 2018. This year we decided to go back, with a new campsite and a new list of things we wanted to do again and things we never got to see before! We sailed across from Ringaskiddy to Roscoff on Brittany Ferries. We arrived on Easter Sunday morning and started into the 2 hour drive to Carnac. When arriving in Carnac we made an extra

13 May 2022 5   min read

Tent With a View, Zanzibar and Istanbul

Tent With a View, Zanzibar and Istanbul

I was lucky enough to be invited to Tanzania, Zanzibar and Istanbul in November by Tent With A View, Peak DMC, and Turkish Airlines on a familiarisation trip with some of my colleagues. We flew ex Dublin via Istanbul with Turkish Airlines. Turkish Airlines operate 2 daily flights from Dublin to Istanbul and offer connections to 315 destinations in 120 countries. Their new airport in Istanbul which

11 Feb 2020 5   min read

Doha for a Day

Doha for a Day

How much can you pack into a day, well if you are focused and enthusiastic, it seems quiet an amount, as we discovered on the return leg of our family holiday to Sri Lanka in July 2018. Rather than just transiting through Hamad International Airport, we planned a one-night stay in this fascinating city. Doha is the capital city of the State of Qatar, located on the coast of the Persian Gulf and h

11 Jul 2019 5   min read

Family Fun in Florida

Family Fun in Florida

To describe this family holiday as hugely anticipated is an understatement, we travelled to Orlando in April 2019 (over Easter) but the planning and excitement started as early as the previous September. With flights booked, the kids (11 & 13) had 8 months of theme park research to fulfil. They approached their task with massive enthusiasm. A compromise however needed to be negotiated, we were not

11 Jul 2019 5   min read

Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka is an Island nation in the Indian ocean about the size of Ireland with a population of 21 million. There are three distinct seasons, Dec- Apr. when the weather is warm and mostly dry, Monsoon rains affect the country May- Aug. (west & south) and Oct- Jan. (north and east), but the climate remains temperate and warm year-round. I visited with my husband & 2 kids for 12 days in July 2018

06 Sept 2018 5   min read

Camping in Carnac

Camping in Carnac

We travelled over Easter by ferry from Ringaskiddy with Brittany Ferries, arriving early Sunday morning into Roscoff. From there, it was a comfortable 1 ½ hour drive to Carnac. Arriving shortly after 9am, we headed for the local town and stumbled on the weekly farmer’s market. It was a feast of local specialities such as Crepes (sweet) and Galettes (savoury), Moules, and of course their local cide

06 Sept 2018 5   min read

Disney Magic Cruise Line Ship Visit

Disney Magic Cruise Line Ship Visit

I was one of the lucky agents invited on a tour of Disney Magic on its inaugural visit to Cobh. Modelled in the Art Deco style of the 1930’s and painted in the black, white and yellow colours of Mickey Mouse, the ship’s call to Cork was part of a 7-night British Isle’s Cruise. Sailing at full capacity, there were 2,700 guests and 900 staff on board. So, one member of staff for every 3 guests.

05 Sept 2018 5   min read

Les Mouettes, Northern Brittany

Les Mouettes, Northern Brittany

Our journey began in Ringaskiddy where we boarded the Pont Aven, Brittany Ferries. A very calm sea greeted us as we sailed out of Cork Harbour past Cobh's beautiful cathedral and colourful houses on one side, and Spike Island on the other side. Once we had proceeded beyond Roches Point and left land behind us, we settled into our 14-hour overnight sailing, Roscoff-bound. There is lots to do on-boa

19 Dec 2017 5   min read

Halong Bay, Vietnam

Halong Bay, Vietnam

Halong Bay is a UNESCO World heritage site and is located approximately 3 hours drive east of Hanoi. We left the craziness of Hanoi behind us and settled into our comfortable bus journey, our guide Dat, chatting to us about daily life in Vietnam as we contemplate all that is happening on the roads around us: motorbikes carrying whole families, livestock such as pigs and cattle are also transported

10 Dec 2017 5   min read

Elephant Hills - Thailand

Elephant Hills - Thailand

Khao Sok National Park / Elephant Hills Luxury Tented Camps: Set against the stunning background of tropical rainforest in Khao Sok National Pak, Elephant Hills consists of 35 luxurious tents set in the jungle. This is Glamping Thai style, and is the most unique place I have ever stayed! The tents are spacious, and all have a European style bathroom and shower. The furniture is hand made using

13 Nov 2017 5   min read

Charming Laos

Charming Laos

We visited Luang Prabang this year. It was only a little over a one-hour flight journey from Bangkok, but what greeted us couldn’t have been more far removed from the craziness of the Thai capital that we had left behind us. Luang Prabang is a charming peaceful town, which lies at the convergence of two rivers, the mighty Mekong and the smaller Nam Khan River. This UNESCO World Heritage Site

04 Nov 2017 5   min read

Imelda always makes our holidays stress free and well organised

G Mcauliffe

Cork

Imelda is so efficient, will get back to you as soon as possible and books the most amazing holidays. We loved our last holiday that we booked with Imelda and can’t wait for our next holiday.

J Cronin

Cork

Imelda is top class, will recommend her to anyone!

A Leyden

Cork

Very informative, easy to talk through options. Really understood our requirements and delivered really good options.

H Canavan

Co Cork

Excellent friendly service all ways there to help if needed.

K Jeffery

Co Cork

Imelda is very knowledgeable and helped us in planning our holiday and the regular updates are very welcoming.

J Harty

Co Cork

So helpful, full of great ideas and options. Always quick to respond. Would highly recommend.

C Pope

Co Waterford

Imelda was very helpful always great to deal with and would recommend.

M Daly

Co Cork

Imelda is amazing. So easy to communicate with, explains everything so clearly and gave us so many options for our honeymoon. Delighted to have our honeymoon booked through Imelda for this year!

L Murphy

Co Cork

Imelda has been phenomenal. She is extremely knowledgeable, efficient , friendly and helpful. I would highly recommend the Travel Counsellors based on my experiences with Imelda.

D Buckley

Co Cork

Excellent service, always there or call back, 100%

T Wall

Co Cork

Imelda couldn’t have been more helpful. Her attention to detail was most appreciated.

E Kerr

Co Waterford

We had a lovely holiday to Greece last year and Imelda was great in sorting out some travel disruption caused by bad weather. I would highly recommend her services to anyone.

D Eardly

Co Galway

Imelda was actually beyond super. She was extremely patient and understanding with my booking request

J Coleman

Cork

Imelda, is always attentive, helpful and friendly. She is always wonderful to deal with.

S Farrelly

Dublin

Imelda was extremely helpful, we had an idea of the types of experiences / vibes we wanted but were open to ideas. Imelda was brilliant, she provided suggestions, took our feedback on board and the following day provided 2 amazing options for our honeymoon, and was more than happy to provide additional options but we were already sold! Imelda is really helpful, efficient and a pleasure to deal with.

A Leahy

Cork

Imelda, was great, she listened to my requirements and got back to me Asap.

E Hogan

Cork

Super service. Imelda was extremely efficient and replied back to every query we had. I will highly recommend her.

P Bourke

Cork

I always find Imelda very helpful in outlining options for holidays. She is well able to tailor holidays to your needs. She is not pushy and has great patience in talking you through ideas. Excellent and professional

H Baverstock

Midleton

I found the service extremely efficient, helpful and professional.

Helen Murphy

Cork

Imelda gives great peace of mind and has a lovely reassuring way about her when going through the booking process and is always there for any queries which are promptly dealt with . All in all , Imelda takes all the stress out of your holiday booking - I would definitely use her services again !

M Gillivan

Cork

Imelda always great to put a holiday together for whatever you want. Great with the detail and advising on all aspects of the trip. Always love dealing with Imelda

O Kelleher

Midleton

I have recommended Imelda to several people. She does an excellent job and is so friendly and helpful.

F Murphy

Whitegate

Imelda was most helpful with my booking and I will be recommending her 100% to all my family and friends. Thank you

M OFarrell

Midleton

Imelda was absolutely super in the planning process. Couldn’t recommend her more. Very quick to reply and call back. The app is so well made out and organised and makes it so easy.

C Casey

Cork

We couldn’t recommend Imelda enough, she is so helpful and has a wealth of knowledge. When we contacted Imelda we had a safari trip in mind and she organised an amazing holiday for us so quickly and efficiently. We didn’t have any worries about the booking as she was very thorough and thought of every detail. Imelda was so patient and accommodating when we had questions etc. We are really looking forward to our honeymoon and very grateful for Imelda’s help.

B Kelleher

Cork

Imelda was incredibly helpful and really worked with us to stay within our budget. She answered all of our questions, was always available for a call, and made everything feel very personalised. You could genuinely tell she wanted us to get the trip that suited us best. Knowing we will be dealing with her throughout the entire journey gives us great peace of mind. Thanks so much, Imelda!

J OBrien

Cork

Amazing personalised service at all times from Imelda.

P Murphy

Aghada

Imelda was incredible she provided quotes within days, talked us through it all and found us our dream honey moon!!

N Joyce

Cork

Imelda is amazing!! So helpful

M Lowry

Cork

Imelda, is very helpful and listens to what we as a couple require from our holiday break. All our holiday experiences to date have been excellent.

R Verling

Cork

Imelda is excellent always available for any questions. Highly recommend her to manage your trip.

Joan Cahillane

Cork

Friendly and practical advice. Very flexible

H Finn

Cork

We recently returned from a fabulous family trip to New York booked with Imelda. We stayed in the Riu Plaza Times Square which was a fantastic location right beside Times Square. Hotel was excellent with exceptional breakfast, generous rooms and even had a gym for the teenagers. Imelda booked us a room configuration that was not available online and the price was excellent. Imelda also guided us through the visa process and was always available for any queries we had. It was great reassurance to know Imelda was on the other end of the phone or email for any issues we had. I highly recommend Imelda for end-to-end information, booking and support. Her knowledge and enthusiasm and can-do attitude shines through in all dealings with her.

H Ryan

Dublin

Imelda made our booking experience very easy and not stressful. It's clear Imelda has a lot of experience so we trusted and took her advice. I admire her patience as there is a bit of work when deciding on best option. Highly recommend Imelda!

E Fitzgerald

Cork

Imelda is an amazing Travel Counsellor and I would highly recommend her. She works very hard to have all travel arrangements sorted over a very short period of time, and is always available to speak with.

B Leyden

Limerick

I would highly recommend Imelda as a Travel Counsellor. She is so efficient, friendly and approachable. Imelda has so much information on so many countries and gave us so many ideas for our honeymoon. She is a fantastic Travel Counsellor.

L Collins

Cork

The booking process was quick and easy. Imelda was very helpful. She returned our calls quickly and gave us options with prices to make choosing easy. I would highly recommend Imelda.

S OBrien

Cork

Imelda McCarthy has been absolutely fantastic. She created the holiday of a life time for us and made everything so easy. We are thrilled with this service thank you!

S Sullivan

Cork

Imelda's passion for travel and her wealth of knowledge meant that dealing with her has been a real pleasure. When planning our first family holiday, Imelda suggested destinations that I would never have thought of. As she has travelled to most of the destinations herself, it was clear that she had an in-depth knowledge of the resorts and surrounding areas. Booking our holiday has been seamless, with regular contact made by Imelda. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Imelda when you're planning your next holiday.

A Ryan

Midleton

Imelda was a fantastic help from start to finish. She tailored small changes here and there to suit our requirements and gave us various options/suggestions for trips and excursions to do at our honeymoon destination.

B OLeary

Cork

Excellent support provided by Imelda from beginning to end. We are a family of 5 that required a bit of sun, a bit of golf, a bit of luxury and of course we wanted good value too! Imelda delivered on everything. We had our best family holiday ever. Delighted to recommend Imelda for any holiday - she was so helpful and thorough and nothing was too much trouble.

Ellen Ryan

Dublin

Imelda was just fantastic. She was very patient with all our questions and all updates and changes were made successfully. We will be using Imelda again as will my son when he arranges his honeymoon this year. Many thanks Imelda.

B Walsh

Midleton

Thanks Imelda for your helping advise, the hotel was just what I had in mind for this special occasion!

Maria Santamaria Jefferson

Midleton

I will never book my holiday with anyone else. Best service from a lovely lovely lady.

M Sweeney

Kildare

Really pleasant and easy experience booking our honeymoon with Imelda, nothing is hassle.

Patrick Coughlan

Mitchelstown

I always recommend Imelda to friends, she is fantastic to deal with and has so much experience.

Aideen Donnellan

Midleton

Imelda has been extremely helpful when we were planning our honeymoon. Especially with the pandemic as we had to cancel our original trip to Thailand. We decided to book Dubai for a week instead and Imelda helped us out with no hassle. Great communication and a joy to deal with.

Mike Dennehy

Kenmare

Imelda is as helpful, friendly and professional as ever. Imelda has been arranging our travel for many years and she always goes the extra mile to ensure everything goes according to plan.

Robert Kerr

Cork

Imelda was so helpful and nothing was a problem, and she will make contact with me nearer to my departure date, so I feel all the bookings are done correctly and any paperwork will be fine when I need it, Many thanks Imelda,

Marie Duggan

Cork

Imelda is always incredibly helpful when it comes to assessing options for our family holidays. She is very responsive and provides all necessary information to allow us to make the best decisions. All holidays Imelda has arranged for us have been wonderful.

C OSullivan

Cork

Absolutely outstanding service. Could not recommend highly enough. Imelda is an excellent contact.

C ONeill

Midleton

Excellent service.

R Morrison

Cork

Excellent personal service with a prompt response to all queries

S Gillen

Cork

Great advice, great service! I would advise my friends and family to use Travel Counsellors

A Lane

Cork

Imelda is always so helpful whenever I book a holiday and is always a pleasure to deal with. She always takes the time to answer all of my questions and nothing is ever a problem. I will always recommend Travel Counsellors to anyone I know. Thank you for making booking my next trip so easy.

L Carroll

Cork

Imelda has been so helpful through these difficult times. She is always on the end of the phone. She has been so reassuring throughout! Very pleasant lady indeed 10/10

K Desmond

Cork

I can't say enough good things about Imelda! The last 16 months has been horrible for everyone and after cancelling cruise after cruise due to Covid she was always on hand to help us. Her knowledge of the travel industry is second to none. I've spoken about her with friends and family and if I ever have to book anything again Imelda will be my first port of call. Highly highly recommend.

Steve Meaney

Cork

Imelda is always responsive, enthusiastic and engaging. She has a deep knowledge of America as a travel destination and made us feel like no question was too trivial. She is highly experienced in the travel industry as evidenced by the support she gave us to deal with the uncertainty around travel during the Covid 19 crisis. I will most definitely recommend Imelda to family and friends.

Ellen Ryan

Dublin

Imelda was an absolute pleasure to deal with incredibly responsive and couldn't do enough to help me with my trip to Cape Town. I would recommend (and have already) Imelda to many friends and family. Many thanks Leo

Leo OL

Cork

Imelda organised a trip to Australia for us over Christmas and the New Year – myself, my wife and daughter – to visit our son in Adelaide. We booked our trip to include a visit to Singapore on the way out and a week in Sydney before we returned. Imelda was ultra-professional in organising the trip – all her recommendation for hotels/accommodation were excellent. Any queries we had before our departure were answered speedily and professionally. We had a fantastic time. I would not hesitate in recommending Imelda to other potential customers.

Mark G

Dublin

Imelda - thanks for all your work on securing us our holiday for 2020. You worked with us through the various choices, being patient while we changed our minds and made sure we ultimately made decisions in time to secure the best value. Your knowledge of the options available has been invaluable in helping us have a wonderful holiday for the last 2 years and I know it will be the same in 2020. Thanks!

Clare McNally

Co Tyrone

Imelda did an extraordinary job. The trip itinerary she created for us catered to all travellers needs. I've never used Travel Counsellors before this as I've been always organising trips myself. It's the first time I did this time and definitely won't be the last. Thank you again Imelda for your work, attention to details and responsiveness, whenever any change needed to be implemented.

Marianna Safuler

Cork

We really enjoyed working with Imelda when planning our dream honeymoon. Nothing was too much trouble when we wanted to look at a few different options. Imelda was available for calls in the evenings when we were both available and she always came back with what we asked for and more. Imelda also worked to our budget and would always have suggestions on what we could chop and change if needed. She speaks from experience and had already stayed in the places that we will be staying I and could describe her experiences in detail which got us even more excited. We know that Imelda is available directly at any time when we are on our honeymoon if we need anything. I would highly recommend Imelda, she has a lovely way about her and she is not pushy and doesn't get frustrated if you change your mind, something I have experienced with other travel agents. She works very hard to ensure she is giving you the best service and value for money and most importantly to help you plan out your dream trip while focusing on the things that were important to us. Thanks Imelda!

Kerri Gleeson

Cork

From the moment I met Imelda I knew we were in great hands. She gave us time to time about our options and wasn't pushy as I found with other travel agents. Imelda was by far the best in terms of price, what we were looking for and of course to deal with. The app is also very handy and made making payments easy. I could pay off our honeymoon at our own pace. I gave Imelda a rough idea of what we were hoping for our honeymoon and she came back with lots of choices and options to give us our perfect honeymoon. We had the trip of a lifetime which was down to Imelda. The hotels were exceptional in terms of class, location and staff.! I would highly recommend giving Imelda a call. She is easy and pleasant to deal with. I had lots of activities I wanted to do and she included it all in, nothing was a problem. We even got a welcome home card when we returned home. It was a nice touch to think that we were still a priority. Imelda genuinely wants you the have the best honeymoon/holiday possible!

Abby Ho

Bandon

Imelda made everything so easy for us. We had spoken with other travel agents and each time we had a question we would be speaking to a different person on the phone each telling us a different answer. With Imelda it was a lot more personal she was on the end of the phone whenever we needed her to guide us with booking our perfect honeymoon.

Michaela Lee

Kenmare

We found Imelda extremely helpful and easy to work with. She adapted packages to our budget and taste and is always at the end of the line if we have any questions.

Sinead Loughnane

Midleton

I'm grateful to have found Imelda. She was a pleasure to do business with. Imelda is extremely professional and patient. We didn't help with the fact that we couldn't decide on the many options Imelda found for us but we got there in the end and we are truely happy with our choice. Through the use of the TC app it made our experience with Travel Counsellor impeccable. I have started recommending Imelda and Travel Counsellors to my friends and family already. It was such a nice experience to have a friendly voice at the other end of the call which didn't pressure us into anything. Thanks again Imelda!

Mairead Twomey

Macroom

We do often recommend Imelda to friends and family. This is because in many years of Imelda successfully organising all our holidays, she has invariably been friendly, helpful and professional.

Robert Kerr

It was such a great experience booking our honeymoon with Imelda! She has such a warm and welcoming personality. It will be our first trip away on a different continent so we wanted it to be special and Imelda managed to exceed our expectations with the honeymoon package she tailored for us. She is always available to contact via phone call, whats app or email. There is also a travel app that you can download and all your travel information is on it, its great! I would definitely recommend Imelda.

Veronika Belousova

Kerry

Imelda is very efficient and took everything we wanted in to consideration when we were booking. She got us a great price and was very easy to deal with. She responded promptly to emails and dealt with our queries efficiently. She made the whole process very easy and we will be recommending her to all in the future.

Tara O'Shea

Kerry

Imelda was very efficient and friendly, she understood that I was working on a budget and came up with a fabulous package that suits our time schedule and pockets!

Claire Crowley

Cork

To me and my fellow travellers Imelda is simply the best. No request is too much for her and she is always prepared to adapt an itinerary to our needs while steering us away from bad value options. She is contactable at all times - weekdays, weekends, day or night and never seems to be fazed. Long may she thrive in the travel business and we wish her well.

Joe Tobin

Fermoy

I found Imelda extremely professional and a mine field of imformation for our holiday next year. Cheers!

Eamonn Clancy

Fermoy, Cork

Imelda contacted me first and informed me of my travel arrangements and immediately afterwards I received all details by email. I found her very helpful, cooperative and professional. It was a pleasure working with her and I look forward to more contact with regard to my trip.

Thomas Creed

Fermoy, Cork

Excellent to deal with, very good communication throughout. Happy to alter changes as we requested. I would highly recommend Imelda to others. Thank you so much Imelda.

Elaine Loughnane

Crosshaven

Excellent service provided by Imelda who was a pleasure to deal with in relation to booking our family trip to Disneyland.

Ted Farrell

Cork

Imelda was so helpful organising our honeymoon. It's was great that she organised everything for us so quickly and we didn't even have to leave the house! She was so friendly and helpful.

Margaret O'Mahoney

Cork

Laluka

Laluka

Laluka

27 Apr 2026

Zebra crossing

Zebra crossing

Welgevonden

26 Apr 2026

Lion Sighting

Lion Sighting

Lions in Welgevonden

26 Apr 2026

Wildebeest

Wildebeest

Wildebeest in Welgevonden

18 Apr 2026

Wildebeest

Wildebeest

Wildebeest

18 Apr 2026

Lion Sighting

Lion Sighting

Welgevonden

18 Apr 2026

Welgevonden

Welgevonden

Welgevonden

18 Apr 2026

some Soweto Locals

some Soweto Locals

we were treated to an impromtu performance by these amazing guys

17 Apr 2026

Tuk Tuk Tour Soweto

Tuk Tuk Tour Soweto

Tuk Tuk tour with Lollipop!

17 Apr 2026

This is Center of Portugal

This is Center of Portugal

This is Center of Portugal

06 Apr 2026

Danube River Cruise

Danube River Cruise

Danube River Cruise

29 Nov 2025

Roof Top Pool, Oriental Jade, Hanoi Old Quarter

Roof Top Pool, Oriental Jade, Hanoi Old Quarter

Roof Top Views, Oriental Jade Hotel, Hanoi,

24 Oct 2025

Seminar at Sea Allure of the Seas

Seminar at Sea Allure of the Seas

Barcelona to Rome itinerary

21 Apr 2025

MSC World Europa Christmas 2024

MSC World Europa Christmas 2024

MSC World Europa Med Cruise ex Rome

25 Dec 2024

My TC App

My TC App

As an extension of my personalised service, I offer myTC, a secure website and app which is designed to enhance your booking and trip experience.

19 Apr 2021

TC Experience

TC Experience

Let me take the stress away and plan your perfect trip!

12 Apr 2021

Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka

This is a short clip of some of the highlights during my family holiday to Sri Lanka in 2018.

12 Apr 2021

Get the Edge on your next Luxury Holiday

Get the Edge on your next Luxury Holiday

Get the Edge on your net Luxury Holiday, tailor made to suit your needs and budget

12 Apr 2021

World of Good

World of Good

Now more than ever, booking with a Travel Counsellor will do you the world of good

12 Apr 2021

Tanzania Safari

Tanzania Safari

For a truly immersive and authentic safari experience, you need look no further than Tanzania.

12 Apr 2021

Elephant Hills

Elephant Hills

Located north of Phuket Island in Thailand, my stay at the Elephant Hills camp has been one of the most amazing experiences I have had in Asia.

12 Apr 2021

Amazing Maldives!

Amazing Maldives!

The Maldives is an idyllic destination with resorts to suit every budget!

12 Apr 2021

Sri Lanka 2018

Sri Lanka 2018

Sri Lanka Throwback

01 Oct 2020

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